Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management

Admissions

The online Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management is designed for students who want to advance in a career in hospitality management.

This an online degree completion program designed for working adults with some prior college experience. Incoming students should have a general understanding of basic business functions and want to enhance their careers.

Program coursework infuses relevant business instruction with innovation and experiential learning. Through this program, graduates will develop the knowledge base, analytic abilities, and interpersonal skills needed to become effective ethical leaders and managers.

All students admitted to the program must meet the following by the application deadline:

• Have an earned associate degree or approximately 60 transferable credits from an accredited institution
• A 2.5 cumulative GPA or higher in previous college courses

The online BBA in Management, Entrepreneurship Emphasis is a degree completion program. If you are not planning to transfer credits to earn your bachelor’s degree, the pre-BBA pathway from Boise State Online can help you get started.

The selection committee looks at your previous college courses as well as what strengths and skills you will bring to the program. The committee will want to learn more about your previous college work if you’ve taken business classes, and/or what professional experience you’ve had so far in your career.

This content is provided as a quick reference for planning. All official admission standards are published on the undergraduate catalog site.

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BBA in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis Requirements

The online BBA in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis is offered online only with no in-person courses or requirements. Classes run for seven weeks and you can complete the degree at a full-time or part-time pace — whichever works with your schedule.

The online BBA in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis is a 120 credit program that includes the following:

• University Foundations Courses – 37 credits. Must include ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics (FS). These foundation courses may be met through transfer coursework or will be incorporated into your degree plan. If you are not planning to transfer credits, the pre-BBA pathway from Boise State Online can help you get started.
• Required Courses – 25 credits
• Emphasis Admissions Requirements – 3 credits
• Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis – 22-24 credits
• Electives – 33-35 credits

Review the following course table for details on required and resort and hospitality management emphasis courses.

Course Descriptions

Official course descriptions and degree plans are published on the undergraduate catalog website.

To find a course, click the “Courses” tab and select the drop-down list that aligns with your desired course prefix (e.g. BUSMGT 300). You may also use the search bar to search for the course prefix.

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Costs and Scholarships

Your total costs at Boise State will vary depending on your previous credits. The following table is an example of the total program cost for a student completing the 50 credits required to graduate with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis.

*The per-credit fees listed above are for the 2024-25 academic year. Future academic year per-credit fees may vary slightly and are finalized each May.

**Costs for room, board and transportation are used to calculate financial aid and are included to disclose the full cost of attendance. These costs are not required for students pursuing a fully online degree.

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Career Opportunities

Our online BBA in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis develops your leadership skills, helping you graduate with strong analytical and critical thinking skills as well as exceptional communication skills. Some of these proficiencies include:

Modern Workplace Management: Best practices in leading and collaborating in a technology-mediated workplace

Analytical Skills: Using statistical, data analysis and project management tools to solve business challenges or conduct business

Innovation: Employ creative thinking for innovative, effective solutions and new opportunities

Design Thinking: Apply disruptive thinking strategies to the design of business models and organizations, as well as to the development of new products and services

It’s time to finish what you started! Complete your bachelor’s degree and open doors for your career. With a BBA in Management, Resort and Hospitality Management Emphasis, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to be competitive in a growing field. Possible careers include:

• Guest Relations
• Resort Management
• Food and Beverage
• Tourism
• Event Planning
• Entertainment and Leisure Management
• Sommelier
• Directors of Housekeeping
• Restaurant Management
• Travel Agent
• Tour Guide
• Marketing and Public Relations

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Military and Veteran Students

Boise State Online’s Bachelor of Business Administration is an approved AU-ABC program and is well-equipped to accommodate military service members. Whether you are active duty, a veteran or a civilian, our team is here to support you as you earn your bachelor’s degree.

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Student Support

We’re here to help! From deciding if an online degree is right for you to figuring out what credits transfer from previous schools, talking to a student success coach is the best place to start.

Please note, students are required to meet with a student success coach before being admitted to the program.

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